Julia Angerman

What would be your dream job and how did EMS put you closer to this goal?

I would love to work in the field of operational meteorology after I graduate. Through the College of EMS and various clubs, I have had the opportunity to talk with many operational meteorologists and learn more about their daily work life. 

What student organizations and activities are you involved in?

I am currently serving as the president of Campus Weather Service, which is the oldest and largest student-run forecasting organization in the country. Through Campus Weather Service, I was able to learn from upper-class mentors about how to forecast and create media content to be shared with the public.

What is the best class you’ve taken at Penn State and why?

One interesting class that I took at Penn State was a course on happiness. I learned how to reflect on my purpose in life and remember that there are many things that are bigger than a class grade.

Why did you decide to attend Penn State?

After attending EMEX, I knew that Penn State was the University for me because I felt so welcomed by the College of EMS. I love large sporting events and activities like THON that involve the entire university, but the small college feel of EMS also really appealed to me. Through our college, I got the best of both worlds!

What’s the most important lesson you’ve learned in college so far?

When heading off to college, everyone says that "it will be the greatest four years of your life." Although this is true, that doesn’t mean that there will not be times where you struggle. Instead, I view college as the four years where  you made the greatest memories.